Sunday, March 8, 2009

Queensland, Australia - free public transport for youth proposed


The Greens - Australia

"We have a real problem in Brisbane with traffic congestion and this is part of the solution," he said.

"I want to see young people encouraged to use public transport and this is a great way to do that, but I also want to see young people rewarded for using public transport because they are doing the community a favour.

"There is a long-term gain of lower congestion, less pollution, and far less pressure to build new roads." The Australian

[see also the new blog: Fare-Free Australia]